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Introduction to Old Testament*

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From Promise to Fulfillment: The Old Testament in Light of Christ.⁠ ⁠

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An introduction to the Old Testament as the story of God’s saving work, tracing the arc from creation and covenant to exile and hope, and reading it in light of Jesus Christ. You will survey major themes and moments—Torah, prophets, wisdom, temple, kingdom—situating texts in their historical contexts while attending to how the Old Testament prepares and witnesses to Christ. The course integrates academic rigor with accessible guidance to help you read, pray, and teach the Old Testament faithfully for the life of the Church.⁠ ⁠

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Introduction to Old Testament*

The Rev. Dr. Leonard Finn

Professor of Old Testament

Leonard Finn brings an unusual combination of gifts to his teaching: a PhD in Old Testament from the University of Toronto, an MPhil in English Literature, and a decade of experience as a marketing director in New York City. This blend of literary sensitivity, biblical scholarship, and real-world leadership shapes how he helps students engage Scripture with theological depth and pastoral wisdom.

Len's areas of expertise include theological hermeneutics, pre-critical exegesis, and wisdom literature in the Old Testament. His background in English literature informs his biblical interpretation, helping students read the text with attention to both its ancient context and its continuing voice in the church's life. Having taught at universities, colleges, and seminaries across the United States and Canada, Len translates complex scholarship into accessible formation for future ministers.

As rector of All Saints Anglican Church in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, Len remains deeply connected to the weekly rhythms of parish ministry. This dual calling, teaching future priests while serving a local congregation, keeps his classroom instruction grounded in the lived realities of Anglican worship and pastoral care.

Len earned his MDiv from Trinity School for Ministry, where his own formation began. He now helps shape the next generation of students discovering their calling to serve God's people.

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Dr. Matthew Barrett

Research Professor of Theology

Paul Gutacker

Ross Blackburn

The Rev. Dr. Mary Baker

Dr. David Luy

Associate Professor of Systematic Theology

The Rev. Dr. Leonard Finn

Professor of Old Testament

Dr. Alexander H. Pierce

Assistant Professor of Historical Theology

Mr. David. O Zamora R.

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The Rev. Dr. David Ney

Associate Professor of Church History

The Rev. Dr. Rich Herbster

Assistant Professor of Greek Language and Homiletics

The Rev. Dr. Prof. Don Collett

Professor of Old Testament

The Rev. Dr. Jack Gabig

Associate Professor of Practical Theology

The Rev. Dr. Joel Scandrett

Associate Professor Historical Theology

The Rev. Dr. Jacob Rodriguez

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The Very Rev. Cn. Bryan C. Hollon, Ph.D

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The Most Rev. Robert W. Duncan

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Mr. Stuart P. Simpson

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The Rev. Edward A. Schroeder

Pastor Amelia Island Chapel (retired)

If this is your first credit class at Trinity, or you are not taking the course as part of a degree, please complete the non-matriculated application. A bachelor’s degree is required to obtain credit.

To register to audit a Master’s Level course, please complete an audit application.

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